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The integrated MSc Cosmetic Science is designed for students who want a career in the cosmetic and personal care industries and includes undergraduate and master's education in a single degree. This unique course provides students with specific scientific knowledge and skills in different areas underpinning cosmetic science. The Cosmetic Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA) recognises the course as one of ‘immediate relevance to the industry’ due to its scientific, technological and business curriculum.

Introduction

The MSc Cosmetic Science is an applied science course designed for students who want a career in the cosmetics and personal care industries. The course focuses on the needs of those industries and their consumers. In addition to subject-specific knowledge, the course enables students to develop the critical, creative and technical skills necessary to become cosmetic scientists.

The cosmetic industry continues to expand rapidly while consumers have become more aware of the potential benefits of cosmetic products and more critical of the way they are developed. Therefore, a career in cosmetic science is currently very relevant and associated with high employability.

What to expect

An integrated master’s course leading to a unique classification, in which students start at undergraduate level and are awarded a Master’s award upon completion;

A programme with vast laboratory experience, during which students learn to develop many types of cosmetic products;

Laboratory-based projects that will challenge students to develop their own formulations for diverse consumers and their needs;

A solid scientific background and the opportunity to take on a year-long industry placement or, for those wishing to become business owners, to complete an enterprise project;

A course that equips graduates with knowledge of the various disciplines within Cosmetic Science, relevant technical skills and an understanding of how the industry works – the Cosmetic Toiletry and Perfumery Association (CTPA) recognises the course as one ‘of immediate relevance to the industry’ due to its bespoke curriculum.

Graduates from MSc Cosmetic Science are employed throughout the industry, both in the UK and internationally, in a wide range of roles. These include research and development, product manufacturing, marketing, technical sales, product testing, quality assurance, logistics and regulatory sectors. Employment prospects for graduates are excellent, with most of them being in professional roles within 6 months of leaving the course, while some graduates choose to take an entrepreneurial route.